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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Chengdu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,943. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.R 7,055 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,055, select.
Chengdu.R 7,311 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,311, select.
Chengdu.R 7,600 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,600, select.
Chengdu.R 8,286 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,286, select.
Chengdu.R 8,556 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,556, select.
Chengdu.R 9,199 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,199, select.
Chengdu.R 10,123 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,123, select.
Chengdu.R 10,393 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,393, select.
Chengdu.R 10,716 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,716, select.
Chengdu.R 11,195 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,195, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 7,600
Aug
from R 7,055
Sep
from R 7,311
Oct
from R 8,556
Nov
from R 8,286
Dec
from R 10,716
Jan
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Feb
from R 10,393
Mar
from R 9,199
Apr
from R 10,123
May
from R 11,195
Jun
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Alternative San Francisco International to Chengdu routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Chengdu? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chengdu Shuangliu International

14km from central Chengdu
Closest
from R 7,666
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Chengdu Tianfu International

55km from central Chengdu
Cheapest
from R 7,055
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San Francisco to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,055
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Chengdu is R 13,299. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Chengdu. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 13,299.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Chengdu is usually August.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 54.6 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from R 13,299.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu on Friday, 21 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Chengdu. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chengdu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chengdu, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Chengdu is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located. Chengdu follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your SFO to Chengdu flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from SFO to Chengdu. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • SFO is about 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • 78% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Chengdu

  • R 7,055 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 13,299. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SFO to Chengdu. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu ticket.

  • There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from SFO to Chengdu.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is around 16 kilometres from central Chengdu. Following your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near CTU. Unwind and get cosy after your SFO to Chengdu flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport can be found at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • February is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu. To escape the crowds, head to Chengdu in December.

  • Before locking in your San Francisco International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to Chengdu in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.

  • Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Francisco to Chengdu

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